Job Details

Truck Driver

  • Posted by : Preston Freight System Inc.

 May 09, 2024 - May 09, 2025

  • Job category : Driving
  • Salary : $24.50 / hour


         

Job Description

Salary: $24.50 / hour

Location: 50 Steeles Avenue East, Unit 21, MiltonON L9T 4W9

Vacancies: 1

Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time 32-44 hours/week

Start Date: As soon as possible

 

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

 Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
  • Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
  • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
  • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
  • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
  • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
  • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
  • Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • AZ class license

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • Bill of lading
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Trans-border documentation

Type of trucking and equipment

  • Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Basic security clearance
  • Driver's validity licence check
  • Drug test

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Attention to detail
  • Overtime required
  • Physically demanding
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Sitting

Weight handling

  • Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Team player

 

How to apply

By email

jobs.prestonfreight@gmail.com

 

 

Job Id : JFC-286099
Vacancy : 3
Website :
Location : Milton - ON, Ontario, CANADA